The Pyramid Reception Center, c. 1915, is a former
New York State Office of Children and Family Services temporary detention
center. The 60,000-square-foot, four-story facility was once a YMCA and
appropriated by the state in 1967. The building was enlarged several times in
its 95-year life.

Pyramid is situated on a .95-acre parcel in the
Bronx Community District #3 in central South Bronx. The lot is generally level
and has gated and fenced parking. The property is within ½ mile of the entrance
to the Bruckner Expressway I-278) and the Tri-Borough Bridge, connecting the
Bronx with Manhattan and Queens. Local Truck routes to Manhattan are within a
few miles. Access to both the Metro North train and bus service is within
walking distance. The building is in fair/average overall condition.